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November 26, 2019 Regular Meeting of the Board:ma

PEEL DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board, held in the Board Room, the H. J. A. Brown Education Centre, 5650 Hurontario Street, Mississauga, Ontario on Tuesday, November 26, 2019, at 20:00 hours. Members present:

Stan Cameron, Chair Sue Lawton, Vice-Chair Susan Benjamin Robert Crocker Nokha Dakroub Will Davies

David Green Brad MacDonald Kathy McDonald John Marchant (electronically) Balbir Sohi

Member absent: (apologies received) Carrie Andrews Student Trustees:

Kenisha Arora, Student Trustee South Prabhleen Nar, Student Trustee North

Administration:

Tania Alatishe-Charles, Controller, Finance Support Services Harjit Aujla, Superintendent of Education Donna Baptie, Executive Assistant Paul Da Silva, Superintendent of Education Lawrence De Maeyer, Superintendent, Leadership Development and School Support Services Anthony Edwards, Superintendent of Education, Alternative Programs Jaspal Gill, Associate Director, Operational Support Services Soni Gill, Acting Superintendent of Education Adrian Graham, Superintendent, Curriculum and Instruction Support Services Poleen Grewal, Associate Director, Instructional and Equity Support Services Mark Haarmann, Associate Director, School Support Services Antoine Haroun, Chief Information Officer, Learning Technology Support Services Nina Jaiswal, Superintendent of Education Peter Joshua, Director of Education Michael Logue, Superintendent of Education Matthew McCutcheon, Superintendent of Education Shawn Moynihan, Superintendent, Special Education Support Services Patricia Noble, Superintendent of Education Carla Pereira, Director, Communications and Community Relations Support Services Jamie Robertson, Superintendent, Human Resources Support Services Dana Sheahan, Superintendent of Education Gale Solomon-Henry, Superintendent of Education Michelle Stubbings, Superintendent of Education Thomas Tsung, Controller, Corporate Support Services


Administration: (Continued) Joy Uniac, Superintendent, Social/Emotional Learning and Early Years Darren Van Hooydonk, Superintendent of Education Randy Wright, Controller, Planning and Accommodation Support Services Marina Amin, Board Reporter

1. Open Session The Open Session commenced with the singing of O Canada, and the acknowledgement that the meeting is being held on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation.

2. Approval of Agenda Trustee McDonald indicated that Tisania Smith who was to delegate the Board regarding anti-Black racism will not be able to attend the meeting today. She requested that, Item 9.9, Notice of Motion regarding McCrimmon Middle School name change be deferred to the Regular Meeting of the Board on December 10, 2019, when Tisania Smith will delegate the Board. The following changes were made to the agenda: Item 7.1 Delegation by Tisania Smith re Anti-Black Racism (deferred) Item 7.2 Late Delegation by Karlene Grant re Ethical Responsibility (added) Item 7.3 Late Delegation by Warren Salmon on behalf of ONABSE re Systemic Racism

(added) Item 7.4 Late Delegation by Audrey Elliott re Anti-Black Racism (added) Item 9.9 Notice of Motion: Trustee K. McDonald re McCrimmon Middle School Name

Change (deferred) Item 9.10 Increase in Teaching Assistant Allocation 2019-2020 (added) Item 12.4 OPSBA Connects – November 25, 2019 (added) Resolution No. 19-251 moved by Brad MacDonald seconded by David Green Resolved, that the agenda, as amended, be approved.

.............. carried 2/3rds’ majority

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Chair Cameron recalled an exchange he had with Trustee McDonald at the August 27, 2019, Regular Meeting of the Board, and noted that, upon deeper reflection and a review of the audio, he apologizes for raising his voice.


2. Approval of Agenda (Continued) Chair Cameron stated that he had emailed Trustee McDonald in October 2019, committing to acknowledging the error at a public Board Meeting, and that his signed letter of apology was left at Trustee McDonald’s desk.

3. Special Presentation – Hindu Heritage Month – Castlemore Public School Chair Cameron stated that the Board had approved a motion on April 9, 2019, to recognize and celebrate Hindu Heritage Month during November, which was chosen to acknowledge the significant Hindu festival of Diwali which, depending on the lunar calendar, takes place each year either in October or November. During this period the history, culture and contributions of Hindu Canadians and communities are celebrated at schools and work sites. Chair Cameron welcomed students of Castlemore Public School, Dhwani and Nishi to make their presentation to the Board. With a slide presentation, the students provided information regarding the beliefs and culture of Hinduism, and famous Hindus around the world. They reported on significant achievements and inventions by Hindus, their music and musical instruments, and on some of the popular festivals celebrated. Dhwani and Nishi described the various activities organized at Castlemore Public School which reflect the rich cultural heritage of Hinduism. The students then performed Bharatnatyam, a classical Indian dance form. Chair Cameron thanked the students and staff for the excellent presentation and performance. Trustees speaking congratulated the students on their expertise in performing Bharatnatyam, and for their informative presentation. They also expressed appreciation for the support provided by parents and staff, and for the celebration of diversity of culture.

4. Special Presentation – Indigenous Heritage Month – Fletcher’s Meadow Secondary School Chair Cameron stated that, as part of a commitment to equity and inclusion, the Board approved a motion on June 19, 2019, to recognize and celebrate Indigenous Heritage Month during November, as it includes several dates of importance including, Treaty Recognition Week, Indigenous Veterans Day, Louis Riel Day and the Peel Community Cultural Indigenous Celebration and Pow Wow. He noted that Peel schools and worksites honour the heritage and contributions of the Indigenous peoples during this month. The Chair invited the staff and students of Fletcher’s Meadow Secondary School to make their presentation to the Board. Katie Wilson, Vice Principal, and John Castillo, Teacher of Dramatic Arts, spoke about the various initiatives and learning promoted at Fletcher’s Meadow Secondary School to celebrate and bring an understanding of Indigenous culture and heritage to the students and school community. It was noted that the presentation will showcase student dance and drama skills, as well as some of the initiatives at the school. With a slide presentation and dance moves, students depicted the reality of the situation faced by the Indigenous peoples, including their lost culture and identity.


4. Special Presentation – Indigenous Heritage Month – Fletcher’s Meadow Secondary School (Continued) The slides described the events taking place at Fletcher’s Meadow Secondary School to celebrate Indigenous tradition and practice. Chair Cameron thanked the students and staff for the meaningful performance and presentation. Trustees speaking echoed sentiments of appreciation for the values of inclusion, respect, and positive mindset celebrated at the school, and highlighted the importance of ensuring that the stories are told.

5. Conflict of Interest There were no declarations of conflict of interest.

6. Minutes of the Special Education Advisory Committee Meeting, October 15, 2019 Minutes of the Instructional Programs/Curriculum Committee Meeting,

October 16, 2019 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board, October 22, 2019 Minutes of the Physical Planning and Building Committee (Annual Planning

Document), November 5, 2019 Resolution No. 19-252 moved by Balbir Sohi seconded by Nokha Dakroub Resolved: 1. That, the Minutes of the Special Education Advisory Committee Meeting, held

October 15, 2019, be received; 2. That, the Minutes of the Instructional Programs/Curriculum Committee Meeting, held

October 16, 2019, be received; 3. That, the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board, held October 22, 2019, be

approved; 4. That, the Minutes of the Physical Planning and Building Committee (Annual Planning

Document), held November 5, 2019, be received. .............. carried

7. Written Questions and Petitions Trustee Sohi submitted the following question: 1. How often is customer service and equity training provided to front desk staff at

schools, and when was the last time the training was provided? 2. Is cultural competency training provided?


7. Written Questions and Petitions (Continued) Trustee McDonald submitted the following questions: 1. Why was the Integrity Commissioner invited to the meeting? 2. When a report is brought to the Board, does it always have to be received? If yes,

why did the Chair ask trustees to vote? 3. If the Integrity Commissioner’s report is merely her advice or suggestion, does the

Board have to adopt her findings? Trustee Benjamin submitted the following questions: 1. Did the Board receive additional funding requested from the Ministry for testing lead

content in the drinking water systems between 2007 and 2019? 2. Since one-time use plastic bottled water is not going to be allowed in Peel schools

after December 2020, will the Board be able to provide safe drinking water filling stations in all schools before or by December 2020?

8. Special Section for Receipt Resolution No.19-253 moved by Brad MacDonald seconded by Susan Benjamin Resolved, that the following items, be received: 1. Retirements

Bonnie Avgerinos N. Deveaux Iris Drautz Paula Edwards Allen

Pam Evoy Mirtha Ezrin John Foster Toula Kokinias

Chuck Martin Mary Palmieri Susie Portelli Lawrence Smith

2. Peel Custodial and Maintenance Workers’ Appreciation Day – November 29, 2019 3. Update on Hindu Heritage Month Activities 4. Update on Indigenous Heritage Month Activities

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8. Special Section for Receipt (Continued) Referring to Item 6.2, Peel Custodial and Maintenance Workers’ Appreciation Day, a trustee expressed appreciation for the work of custodial staff in keeping schools and worksites clean and safe, especially in times of difficult weather conditions. Another trustee echoed the sentiments expressed, noting that it takes all partners to support students.

……………………… Resolution No.19-253 .............. carried

9. Delegation by Karlene Grant re Ethical Responsibility Karlene Grant delegated the Board from speaking notes that were subsequently handed over to the administration. She spoke about racism, discrimination, inequality and injustice in the Peel DSB. She commented on the duties, expectations, and role of the Board of Trustees, accountability to and advocacy for the needs of the communities they serve. She spoke about her son’s feelings regarding the “McCrimmonal” issue, and, in her opinion, the lack of acknowledgement or apology. Karlene Grant commented on the need for accountability and a focus on the best interests of children. She stated that racialized children matter and asked that the comment not be minimized. Chair Cameron stated that a response to the delegation will be provided at the next Regular Meeting of the Board.

10. Delegation by Warren Salmon on Behalf on ONABSE re Systemic Racism Warren Salmon thanked the Board for the draft response letter dated November 8, 2019. His speaking notes were later provided to the administration. He noted that Ontario Alliance of Black School Educators (ONABSE) had questions regarding the Board’s response and the Integrity Commissioner’s report. The delegation outlined concerns relating to the Board’s delegation by-law, advice provided in this regard, and procedures to be followed at Board meetings. He outlined ONABSE’s concerns in regard to the Integrity Commissioner’s report, and he asked about process to investigate the Integrity Commissioner’s role in regard to denial of the delegation on October 10, 2019. He stated that procedures need to be in place within the Peel DSB, with an understanding that anti-Black racism is not the same as racism towards other groups of people. He asked that the Board review and/or reconsider the findings of the Integrity Commissioner and the services of the current Integrity Commissioner. The delegation spoke of inadequacy and lack of training on anti-Black racism, and he asked whether the Board conducts a follow-up session involving all staff at various levels. He asked whether the trustee in question can confirm attending a workshop connected to anti-Black racism, and if so, which workshop. Regarding the We Rise Together initiative, Warren Salmon asked for details re: promotions to administrative positions during the period 2016-2018 for staff working on the initiatives; qualifications of current staff member or members working full-time on the initiative; how many of those working full-time on the initiative identify as Black; current budget attached to initiative. The delegation asked about the timeline for the motion tabled by a trustee for an anti-Black Racism Policy, and whether the Board will consider zero tolerance with consequences. He asked about current policies to address discrimination against Black students and staff; how the Board intends to measure the impact of the We Rise Together initiatives on Black students, families and staff; future plans to address ongoing systemic anti-Black racism. He expressed the opinion that the Peel DSB’s vote to receive the Integrity Commissioner’s report is of concern with regard to the Board’s commitment to addressing anti-Black racism at all levels.


10. Delegation by Warren Salmon on behalf on ONABSE re Systemic Racism (Continued)

Chair Cameron stated that the delegation included several questions and that, although every effort will be made, it may not be possible for a response to be provided at the December 10, 2019 Regular Meeting of the Board. The delegation agreed to the response being brought to a meeting following the December 10, 2019 Board Meeting.

11. Delegation by Audrey Elliott re Anti-Black Racism Valerie Williams delegated the Board on behalf of Audrey Elliot, whose speaking notes were provided later to the administration. The speaking notes of Audrey Elliot suggest systemic racism and anti-Black racism in the Integrity Commissioner’s report. The notes suggest that the report did not show empathy or understanding of what the Black students and staff at McCrimmon Middle School might have experienced, and did not propose ways to mediate the situation. Audrey Elliott’s notes spoke of the expectation for the Integrity Commissioner to answer questions about the report, and the refusal to identify the people interviewed. The notes spoke about the implication in the report that racialized people cannot be racist against other racialized groups, and her belief that Trustee Davies and the Integrity Commissioner should vacate their positions. Idris Orughu delegated the Board regarding the Integrity Commissioner’s report from speaking notes which were later provided to the administration. He provided his opinions about the report including: schools referenced by their pejorative names; specific analysis of the report; spelling of “McCrimmonal;” the racial background of Trustee Davies and the role it played in his response; genesis of the term “McCrimmonal” is not known; negation of possible impact on the school community due to the perceived lack of evidence or complaints. He stated that the role of language in the perpetuation of anti-Blackness cannot be ignored, and expressed his opinion that Asian and white youth are not criminalized in this manner.

12. Response to Delegation by Alexis Dawson for the Ontario Alliance of Black School Educators (ONABSE) re Concerns of Systemic Racism Resolution No.19-254 moved by Sue Lawton seconded by Brad MacDonald Resolved, that the Response to Delegation by Alexis Dawson for the Ontario Alliance of Black School Educators (ONABSE) regarding Concerns of Systemic Racism, be received. .............. carried

13. Response to Delegation by Faraz Saleem re Systemic Discrimination and Racism Resolution No.19-255 moved by Sue Lawton seconded by Brad MacDonald Resolved, that the Response to Delegation by Faraz Saleem regarding Systemic Discrimination and Racism, be received. .............. carried


14. Response to Delegation by Idris Orughu re Anti-Black Racism Resolution No.19-256 moved by Sue Lawton seconded by Brad MacDonald Resolved, that the Response to Delegation by Idris Orughu regarding Anti-Black Racism, be received. .............. carried

15. Recommendations of the Special Education Advisory Committee, October 15, 2019 At the meeting of the Special Education Advisory Committee, held October 15, 2019, there were no recommendations to the Board. Resolution No. 19-257 moved by Sue Lawton seconded by Kathy McDonald Resolved, that the receipt of the following information arising from the Special Education Advisory Committee meeting, held October 15, 2019, be received: 1. Reports / Information Received Terms of Reference for the Twitter Account; Superintendent’s Report (oral); Learning Disabilities (LD) at School – LD@School Video; Re-Imagining Learning Through Inquiry – Modern Learning for General Learning Disability (GLD) and Interval Classes; Parent Input into the Gifted Identification and Placement Process; Ministry of Education Policy/Program Memorandum 163: School Board Policies on Service Animals; Ontario Human Rights Commission (OHRC) Launches Right to Read Public Inquiry; Invitation to Apply to Fill SEAC Vacancy; Communications - Letter from Monique Briand, La Présidente du Comité Consultatif en Enfance en Difficulté (CCED) et Conseillère Scolaire du Conseil des Écoles Catholiques de Centre-Est (CECCE), and Johanne Lacombe, La Présidente du (CECCE), to Ministère l’Éducation, Stephen Lecce; Letters (3) from Jacques Kenny, Le Président du Conseil and Pauline Morais, La Présidente du Comité Consultatif en Enfance en Difficulté (CCED), and Conseil Scolaire Catholique Providence, to Ministre de l’Éducation, Stephen Lecce. .............. carried

16. Recommendations of the Instructional Programs/Curriculum Committee, October 16, 2019 At the meeting of the Instructional Programs/Curriculum Committee, held October 16, 2019, there were no recommendations to the Board.


16. Recommendations of the Instructional Programs/Curriculum Committee, October 16, 2019 (Continued) Resolution No. 19-258 moved by Kathy McDonald seconded by Robert Crocker Resolved, that the receipt of the following information arising from the Instructional Programs/Curriculum Committee meeting, held October 16, 2019, be received: 1. Reports / Information Received Celebrating Faith and Culture Backgrounder for November 2019; Re-Imagining Learning Through Inquiry – Modern Learning for Intermediate General Learning Disability and Interval Classes; EQAO Assessments (2018-2019) of Reading, Writing, and Mathematics Primary Division (Grades 1-3) and Junior Division (Grades 4-5); Grade 9 EQAO Assessment of Mathematics; Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) Results; Elementary French Immersion and Extended French Registration – Update; Ontario Human Rights Commission (OHRC) Launches Right to Read Public Inquiry. .............. carried

17. Recommendations of the Physical Planning and Building Committee (APD), November 5, 2019 Resolution No. 19-259 moved by Robert Crocker seconded by Balbir Sohi Resolved, that the following recommendations arising from the Physical Planning and Building Committee (APD) meeting, held November 5, 2019, be approved: 1. Annual Planning Document 2019 – 2020 1) New School That, the following new school be approved by the Board, for student occupancy, effective September 2023.

School Mun. Ministry Funding

Org. Capacity

(Est.)

Planned Student

Occupancy Project Scope

Site Status

SOE Trustee

City Centre # 2 P.S.

M Pending K-8 648 2023

6 FDK, 17 regular, 1 Sp.Ed., 2 Music, 1

Art + 2 Science classrooms,

Gymnasium, library

t.b.d. DV JM, SL


17. Recommendations of the Physical Planning and Building Committee (APD), November 5, 2019 (Continued) 1. Annual Planning Document 2019 – 2020 (Cont’d) 2) Addition That, the following addition be approved by the Board, for student occupancy, effective September 2022.

School Mun. Ministry Funding

Org. Existing Capacity

Planned Student

Occupancy Project Scope

Estimated New

Capacity SOE Trustee

Ellengale P.S.

M Pending K-6 268 2022

6 FDK + 10 regular classrooms, new

gymnasium, elevator + learning commons, washrooms, admin

space

684 DV RC, SL

3) Regular Program/Holding Boundary Changes a) Ellengale Public School (K - Grade 6) Boundary Change That, effective November 14, 2019, the K – Grade 6 boundary for Ellengale Public School, be as follows: Part A Commencing at east rear property line of 1423 Freeport Drive and the Canadian Pacific Railway then east along the Canadian Pacific Railway to Erindale Station Road then south along Erindale Station Road to McBride Avenue then west along McBride Avenue to east rear property line of 3343 Fellmore Drive then north along the rear property line of 3343 Fellmore Drive, continuing in a straight line to the point of commencement. Part B Commencing at the intersection of Mavis Road and Highway 403 then east along Highway 403 to Confederation Parkway then south along Confederation Parkway to the south property line of 330 and 350 Rathburn Road West then west along the south property line of 330 and 350 Rathburn Road West to the east property line of 390 Rathburn Road then south along the east property line of 390 Rathburn Road to the south property line of 390 Rathburn Road then west along the south property line of 390 Rathburn Road to the west property line of 390 Rathburn Road then south along a line parallel to the west property line of 390 Rathburn Road to the west property line of 4010 Parkside Village Drive then south along the west property line of 4010 Parkside Village Drive to Burnhamthorpe Road West then west along Burnhamthorpe Road West to Mavis Road then north along Mavis Road to the point of commencement.


17. Recommendations of the Physical Planning and Building Committee (APD), November 5, 2019 (Continued) 1. Annual Planning Document 2019 – 2020 (Cont’d) 3) Regular Program/Holding Boundary Changes (Cont’d) a) Ellengale Public School (K - Grade 6) Boundary Change (Cont’d) Part B excludes the following addresses: 349, 353, 355, 357, 359, 361, 363, 365, 367, 371, 373, 375, 377, 379, 381, 385, 387, 389, 391, 393, 395, 397, 399, 403, 405, 407, 409, 411, 413, 415, 417 Rathburn Road West b) Queenston Drive Public School (K - Grade 8) Boundary Change That, effective November 14, 2019, the K – Grade 6 boundary for Queenston Drive Public School, be as follows: Part A Commencing at the intersection of the Credit River and Highway 403 then east along Highway 403 to the east property line of 4324 Beacon Lane then south along the east property line of 4324 Beacon Lane to Perivale Road then south along Perivale Road to Burnhamthorpe Road West then east along Burnhamthorpe Road West to Mavis Road then south along Mavis Road to the Canadian Pacific Railway then west along the Canadian Pacific Railway to the east rear property line of 1423 Freeport Drive then south along the east rear property line of 1423 Freeport Drive, continuing in a straight line to McBride Avenue then west along McBride Avenue to Credit Heights Drive then west along Credit Heights Drive to the east property line of 3450 Credit Heights Drive then north along the east property line of 3450 Credit Heights Drive to the north property line of 3450 Credit Heights Drive then west along the north property line of 3450 Credit Heights Drive, continuing along the north property line of Credit Heights Drive to the Credit River then north along the Credit River to the point of commencement. Part B Commencing at the intersection of Confederation Parkway and Highway 403 then east along Highway 403 to Hurontario Street then south along Hurontario Street to Burnhamthorpe Road West then west along Burnamthorpe Road West to Confederation Parkway then north along Confederation Parkway to City Centre Drive then east along City Centre Drive to the west property line of 320 City Centre Drive then north along the west property line of 320 City Centre Drive to the south property line of 350 Princess Royal Drive then west along the south property line of 350 Princess Royal Drive, continuing in a straight line to Confederation Parkway then north along Confederation Parkway to Square One Drive then east along Square One Drive to Living Arts Drive then north along Living Arts Drive to Rathburn Road West then west along Rathburn Road West to Confederation Parkway then north along Confederation Parkway to the point of commencement. Excludes area bound by development plan OZ 02-009M


17. Recommendations of the Physical Planning and Building Committee (APD), November 5, 2019 (Continued) 1. Annual Planning Document 2019 – 2020 (Cont’d) 3) Regular Program/Holding Boundary Changes (Cont’d) b) Queenston Drive Public School (K - Grade 8) Boundary Change (Cont’d) That, effective November 14, 2019, the Grades 7 - 8 boundary for Queenston Drive Public School be as follows: Part A Commencing at the intersection of the Credit River and Highway 403 then east along Highway 403 to the east property line of 4324 Beacon Lane then south along the east property line of 4324 Beacon Lane to Perivale Road then south along Perivale Road to Burnhamthorpe Road West then east along Burnhamthorpe Road West to Mavis Road then south along Mavis Road to the Canadian Pacific Railway then west along the Canadian Pacific Railway to Erindale Station Road then south along Erindale Station Road to McBride Avenue Queenston Drive Public School (K - Grade 8) Boundary Change (Cont’d) then west along McBride Avenue to Credit Heights Drive then west along Credit Heights Drive to the east property line of 3450 Credit Heights Drive then north along the east property line of 3450 Credit Heights Drive to the north property line of 3450 Credit Heights Drive then west along the north property line of 3450 Credit Heights Drive, continuing along the north property line of Credit Heights Drive to the Credit River then north along the Credit River to the point of commencement. Part B Commencing at the intersection of Mavis Road and Highway 403 then east along Highway 403 to Hurontario Street then south along Hurontario Street to Burnhamthorpe Road West then west along Burnamthorpe Road West to Confederation Parkway then north along Confederation Parkway to City Centre Drive then east along City Centre Drive to the west property line of 320 City Centre Drive then north along the west property line of 320 City Centre Drive to the south property line of 350 Princess Royal Drive then west along the south property line of 350 Princess Royal Drive, continuing in a straight line to Confederation Parkway then north along Confederation Parkway to Square One Drive then east along Square One Drive to Living Arts Drive then north along Living Arts Drive to Rathburn Road West then west along Rathburn Road West to Confederation Parkway then south along Confederation Parkway to the south property line of 330 and 350 Rathburn Road West then west along the south property line of 330 and 350 Rathburn Road West to the east property line of 390 Rathburn Road then south along the east property line of 390 Rathburn Road to the south property line of 390 Rathburn Road


17. Recommendations of the Physical Planning and Building Committee (APD), November 5, 2019 (Continued) 1. Annual Planning Document 2019 – 2020 (Cont’d) 3) Regular Program/Holding Boundary Changes (Cont’d) b) Queenston Drive Public School (K - Grade 8) Boundary Change (Cont’d) then west along the south property line of 390 Rathburn Road to the west property line of 390 Rathburn Road then south along a line parallel to the west property line of 390 Rathburn Road to the west property line of 4010 Parkside Village Drive then south along the west property line of 4010 Parkside Village Drive to Burnhamthorpe Road West then west along Burnhamthorpe Road West to Mavis Road then north along Mavis Road to the point of commencement. Part B excludes the area bound by development plan OZ 02-009M Part B excludes the following addresses: 349, 353, 355, 357, 359, 361, 363, 365, 367, 371, 373, 375, 377, 379, 381, 385, 387, 389, 391, 393, 395, 397, 399, 403, 405, 407, 409, 411, 413, 415, 417 Rathburn Road West c) Elm Drive Public School (K - Grade 8) Holding Boundary Change That, effective November 14, 2019, the K – Grade 8 boundary for Elm Drive Public School, be as follows: Part A Commencing at the intersection of Burnhamthorpe Road West and Mavis Road then east along Burnhamthorpe Road West to the western property line of 4010 Parkside Village Drive then north along a line parallel to the western property line of 4010 Parkside Village to the south property line of 390 Rathburn Road West. then east along the south property line of 390 Rathburn Road West to the east property line of 390 Rathburn Road West then north along the east property line of 390 Rathburn Road West to the south property line of 330 and 350 Rathburn Road West then east along the south property line of 330 and 350 Rathburn Road West to Confederation Parkway then south along Confederation Parkway to the south property line of 380 Princess Royal Drive then east along the south property line of 380 Princess Royal Drive, continuing in a straight line to the west property line of 320 City Centre Drive then south along the west property line of 320 City Centre Drive to City Centre Drive then west along City Centre Drive to Confederation Parkway then south along Confederation Parkway to Webb Drive then west along Webb Drive to Grand Park Drive then south along Grand Park Drive to Central Parkway West then west along Central Parkway West to Mavis Road then north along Mavis Road to the point of commencement.


17. Recommendations of the Physical Planning and Building Committee (APD), November 5, 2019 (Continued) 1. Annual Planning Document 2019 – 2020 (Cont’d) 3) Regular Program/Holding Boundary Changes (Cont’d) c) Elm Drive Public School (K - Grade 8) Holding Boundary Change (Cont’d) Part B The area bound by development plan OZ 02-009M. Part C Commencing at the intersection of Burnhamthorpe Road West and the east property line of 220 Burnhamthorpe Road West then east along Burnhamthorpe Road West to Kariya Drive then south along Kariya Drive to the north property line of 3620 Kariya Drive then west along the north property line of 3620 Kariya Drive to the north property line of 3590 Joan Drive then west along the north property line of 3590 Joan Drive to the north property line of 180 and 190 Webb Drive then west along the north property line of 180 and 190 Webb Drive to Webb Drive then west along Webb Drive to the east property line of 223 Webb Drive then north along the east property line of 223 and 220 Burnhamthorpe Road West to the point of commencement. Part D The area bound by development plan H-OZ 13-006M. Part E The area bound by development plan OZ 13-022M. Part F Commencing at the intersection of Rathburn Road West and Confederation Parkway Then east along Rathburn Road West to Living Arts Drive Then south along Living Arts Drive to Square One Drive Then west along Square One Drive to Confederation Parkway Then north along Confederation Parkway to the point of commencement. Part G Addresses: 349, 353, 355, 357, 359, 361, 363, 365, 367, 371, 373, 375, 377, 379, 381, 385, 387, 389, 391, 393, 395, 397, 399, 403, 405, 407, 409, 411, 413, 415, 417 Rathburn Road West


17. Recommendations of the Physical Planning and Building Committee (APD), November 5, 2019 (Continued) 1. Annual Planning Document 2019 – 2020 (Cont’d) 4) Vocational Program Boundary Changes a) Glenforest Secondary School (Grades 9 - 12 Boundary Change) That, effective September 2021, the boundary for the Vocational program at Glenforest Secondary School (phasing in commencing with Grades 9 and 10), be as follows: Commencing at the intersection of Hurontario Street and Highway 401 then east along Highway 401 to the Region of Peel boundary then south along the Region of Peel Boundary to Lake Ontario then west along Lake Ontario to the east property line of 804 Lakeshore Road West then north along the east property line of 804 Lakeshore Road West to Lakeshore Road West then east along Lakeshore Road West to the west property line of 1050 Shawnmarr Road then north along the west property line of 1050 Shawnmarr Road to the west property line of 770 Queen Street West then north along the west property line of 770 Queen Street West to the Canadian National Railway then east along the Canadian National Railway to the Credit River then north along the Credit River to a point parallel to Queensway West then west along Queensway West to the west rear property line of Damien Way then north along the west rear property line of Damien Way, continuing in a straight line to the rear property line of Pollard Drive then north along the rear property line of Pollard Drive, continuing along the rear property line of Pollard Court to Mavis Road then north along Mavis Road to Burnhamthorpe Road West then east along Burnhamthorpe Road West to Confederation Parkway then north along Confederation Parkway to Highway 403 then east along Highway 403 to Hurontario Street then north along Hurontario Street to the point of commencement. b) West Credit Secondary School (Grades 9 - 12 Boundary Change) That, effective September 2021, the boundary for the Vocational program at West Credit Secondary School (phasing in commencing with Grades 9 and 10), be as follows: Commencing at the intersection of Highway 407 and Highway 401 then east along Highway 401 to Winston Churchill Boulevard then north along Winston Churchill Boulevard to the City of Brampton/ City of Mississauga boundary then east along the City of Brampton/ City of Mississauga boundary to Hurontario Street then south along Hurontario Street to Highway 403 then west along Highway 403 to Confederation Parkway then south along Confederation Parkway to Burnhamthorpe Road West


17. Recommendations of the Physical Planning and Building Committee (APD), November 5, 2019 (Continued) 1. Annual Planning Document 2019 – 2020 (Cont’d) 4) Vocational Program Boundary Changes (Cont’d) b) West Credit Secondary School (Grades 9 - 12 Boundary Change) then west along Burnhamthorpe Road West to Mavis Road then south along Mavis Road to the rear property line of Pollard Court then west and south along the rear property line of Pollard Court and Pollard Drive, continuing in a straight line to the rear property line of Damien Way then south along the rear property line of Damien Way to Queensway West then west along Queensway West to the Credit River then south along the Credit River to the Canadian National Railway then west along the Canadian National Railway to the west property line of 770 Queen Street West then south along the west property line of 770 Queen Street West to the west property line of 1050 Shawnmarr Road then south along the west property line of 1050 Shawnmarr Road to Lakeshore Road West then west along Lakeshore Road West to the east property line of 804 Lakeshore Road West then south along the east property line of 804 Lakeshore Road West to Lake Ontario then west along Lake Ontario to the Region of Peel boundary then north along the Region of Peel boundary, continuing north along Winston Churchill Boulevard to Dundas Street West then west along Dundas Street West to Ninth Line then north along Ninth Line to Highway 407 then north along Highway 407 to the point of commencement. 5) International Business and Technology (IBT) Program Boundary Changes a) Lisgar Middle School (Grades 6 - 8 IBT Program Boundary Change) That, effective September 2020, the boundary change for the International Business and Technology (IBT) program at Lisgar Middle School (phasing in commencing with Grade 6), be as follows: Commencing at the intersection of Highway 407 and Highway 401 then east along Highway 401 to Winston Churchill Boulevard then north along Winston Churchill Boulevard to the City of Brampton/ City of Mississauga boundary then east along the City of Brampton/ City of Mississauga boundary to Hurontario Street then south along Hurontario Street to Britannia Road West then west along Britannia Road West to McLaughlin Road then south along McLaughlin Road to Eglinton Avenue West then west along Eglinton Avenue West to the west rear property line of Centretown Way then south along the west rear property line of Centretown Way to the east rear property line of Yorkminster Crescent


17. Recommendations of the Physical Planning and Building Committee (APD), November 5, 2019 (Continued) 1. Annual Planning Document 2019 – 2020 (Cont’d) 5) International Business and Technology (IBT) Program Boundary Changes

(Cont’d) a) Lisgar Middle School (Grades 6 - 8 IBT Program Boundary Change) (Cont’d) then south along the east rear property line of Yorkminster Crescent to Huntington Ridge Drive then east along Huntington Ridge Drive to the east rear property line of Ashley Avenue then south along the east rear property line of Ashley Avenue to the east rear property line of Farwell Crescent then south along the east rear property line of Farwell Crescent to Highway 403 then west along Highway 403 to Highway 407 then north along Highway 407 to the point of commencement. b) Williams Parkway Senior Public School (Grades 6 - 8 IBT Program Boundary

Change) That, effective September 2020, the boundary change for the International Business and Technology (IBT) program at Williams Parkway Senior Public School (phasing in commencing with Grade 6), be as follows: Commencing at the northwest corner of the Region of Peel boundary (intersection of Winston Churchill Boulevard and Caledon East/Garafraxa town line) then east along the Region of Peel boundary to the intersection of Kennedy Road and Highway 9 then east along Highway 9 to the Region of Peel boundary then south along the region of Peel Boundary to Highway 401 then west along Highway 401 to Hurontario Street then north along Hurontario Street to the City of Brampton/ City of Mississauga boundary then west along the City of Brampton/ City of Mississauga boundary to the Region of Peel boundary then north along the Region of Peel boundary to the point of commencement. 6) French Immersion Grade 1 Class Caps That, a reduction of the Grade 1 French Immersion class cap at Edenrose Public School from 5 to 4 classes, and the increase of the Grade 1 French Immersion class cap at Walnut Grove Public School from 2 to 3 classes, effective September 2020, be approved.

School 2019/20

# of Portables in Use

September 2019 # of F.I.

Grade 1 Classes

Existing F.I. Grade 1

Class Cap

Recommended F.I. Grade 1 Class Caps

Effective September 2020 SOE Trustee

Edenrose P.S. 0 4 5 4 GSH RC

Walnut Grove P.S. 8 2 2 3 PD CA


17. Recommendations of the Physical Planning and Building Committee (APD), November 5, 2019 (Continued) 2. Report on Tenders: Glenforest Secondary School Addition and Renovation That, the tender in the amount of $8,968,810 including HST, for the construction of Glenforest Secondary School Addition and Renovation, be awarded to Torcom Construction Inc. (Appendix I, as attached to the minutes) 3. Reports / Information Received a) Annual Planning Document Information Items:

i) Status of Additions Previously Approved by the Board ii) Accommodation Reviews iii) French Immersion Grade 1 Class Caps iv) Ministry of Education Capital Approval Process Chart v) Status of Schools with Enrolment Caps vi) How to Administer an Enrolment Cap vii) Boundary Change Communication Protocol viii) Planning Approval Cycle ix) Criteria for Recommending Balanced Calendar Schools x) Criteria for Recommending Grade Re-organizations from Junior/Middle to K - Grade 8 xi) Declining Regular Program Enrolment at Sheridan Park Public School xii) Portable Inventory xiii) Regional Learning Choices Program Maps xiv) Secondary Schools for International Students xv) Approved/Received Post Annual Planning Document 2018/19

a) Redirection of VOC and ASD programs from Glenforest South to West Credit Secondary School

b) Fletcher’s Meadow Secondary School Enrolment Cap Update c) Aylesbury Public School, Dolson Public School, Tribune Drive Public

School Enrolment Cap Update d) Redirection of SouthFields Village Public School Students - Update e) Fairview Public School Enrolment Cap f) Regional Skilled Trades Program Boundaries: Judith Nyman and West

Credit Secondary Schools g) Capital Priorities List (Submitted to the Ministry September 30, 2019) h) Approval to Proceed (ATP) for Child Care Centres (7) and new Elm Drive

Public School xvi) List of Superintendent of Education and Trustee Names Abbreviations

b) Additional Reports/Information:

Tender Activity Report for September 19, 2019 to October 22, 2019; Vandalism Report for May 2019.

.............. carried


18. Recommendations of the Audit Committee, November 15, 2019 Resolution No. 19-260 moved by Sue Lawton seconded by Will Davies Resolved, that the following recommendations arising from the Audit Committee meeting held November 15, 2019, be approved: 1. Draft Consolidated Financial Statements That, the Consolidated Financial Statements for the Peel District School Board, for the year ended August 31, 2019, be approved. (Appendix I, as attached to the minutes) 2. Audit Committee Report for 2018-2019 to the Ministry of Education That, the Audit Committee Report for 2018-2019, which has been approved by the Audit Committee, be submitted by the Board to the Ministry of Education. (Appendix II, as attached to the minutes)

3. Reports /Information Received Audit Committee Work Plan; Compliance Report for Fiscal Year 2018-2019; Regional Internal Audit Team - Audit Plan Status Update. .............. carried

19. Schedule of Financial Reports to the Board Resolution No. 19-261 moved by Balbir Sohi seconded by Brad MacDonald Resolved, that the Schedule of Financial Reports to the Board for 2019-2020, be received. .............. carried

20. Working Fund Reserve Transfers for the 2018-2019 Year End Resolution No. 19-262 moved by Nokha Dakroub seconded by Will Davies Resolved: 1. That, $4,387,385 be transferred to the Working Fund Reserve (Unappropriated

Accumulated Surplus)


20. Working Fund Reserve Transfers for the 2018-2019 Year End (Continued) 2. That, the following amounts be transferred to a Dedicated Working Fund Reserve

(Appropriated Accumulated Surplus) at August 31, 2019:

a) School and school support consumable funds in the amount of $1,939,929 b) Miscellaneous operational funds in the amount of $2,575,834 c) Teaching Staff allocation of $3,000,000 d) Teaching Assistant allocation of $2,775,000 e) Solar energy reserve in the amount of $1,875,924 f) Transportation reserve in the amount of $8,000,000 g) Utilities reserve in the amount of $2,000,000 h) Critical business systems upgrade, in the amount of $2,000,000 i) Financial system upgrade, in the amount of $2,000,000

3. That, a transfer to a Dedicated Capital Reserve (Appropriated Accumulated Surplus)

at August 31, 2019, be approved as follows:

a) Jean Augustine capital over expenditure $619,441 4. That, the Dedicated Working Fund Reserves (Appropriated Accumulated Surplus)

identified in Part 2, be transferred and used to offset the applicable operational costs in 2019-2020, or future years. (APPENDIX I)

.............. carried

21. Increase in Teaching Assistant Allocation 2019-2020 Resolution No. 19-263 moved by Sue Lawtoin seconded by Will Davies Resolved, that the Board use in-year surplus funds to allocate 50 Long-Term Occasional Special Needs Teaching Assistants to support students with significant Special Education needs in regular classrooms. As this is a budget motion, a recorded vote is required. The results of the vote is as follows:

Yeas Trustees Sohi, Davies, Benjamin, MacDonald, Green, Cameron, Lawton, Dakroub, Marchant, McDonald, Crocker Student Trustees Nar, Arora

Nays

Abstentions ............. carried (11-0-0) (2-0-0) (non-binding)


22. Ontario Public School Boards’ Association – OPSBA Connects Resolution No. 19-264 moved by David Green seconded by John Marchant Resolved, that the following reports, be received:

OPSBA Connects – October 28, 2019

OPSBA Connects – November 5, 2019

OPSBA Connects – November 12, 2019

OPSBA Connects – November 25, 2019 .............. carried

23. Letter from Jayne Herring, Chair, Waterloo Region DSB to Stephen Lecce, Minister of Education regarding Support of Peel DSB Letter to the Minister re Concerns around TeachON Resolution No. 19-265 moved by Balbir Sohi seconded by Brad MacDonald Resolved, that the Letter from Jayne Herring, Chair, Waterloo Region DSB to Stephen Lecce, Minister of Education regarding Support of Peel DSB Letter to the Minister re Concerns around TeachON, be received. .............. carried

24. Response to Trustee K. McDonald’s Written Question re Geo-Thermal Systems in Schools Trustee McDonald thanked Controller of Planning and Accommodation Support Services, Randy Wright and Associate Director of Operational Support Services, Jaspal Gill, for the response. Resolution No. 19-266 moved by Nokha Dakroub seconded by Robert Crocker Resolved, that the Response to Trustee K. McDonald’s written question at the October 22, 2019 Regular Meeting of the Board regarding Geo-Thermal Systems in Schools, be received. .............. carried


25. Response to Trustee K. McDonald’s Written Question re the Issue at McCrimmon Middle School In response to Trustee McDonald’s queries, Superintendent of Education, Matthew McCutcheon, stated that a synervoice message was sent to parents on October 30, 2019. He clarified that synervoice is the default electronic version of a letter, and preferred method of communication in many Peel schools. He clarified that families may indicate their preference for hard copy communications at the beginning of the school year. Director of Communications and Community Relations Support Services, Carla Pereira, added that, over the past few years, many Peel schools have moved away from the printed version of letters being sent home with the student. She explained that most communication is about critical incidents and urgent advice to families is important. In such instances, a synervoice will be sent to families, and information posted on the website. Carla Pereira confirmed that the message about the McCrimmon issue was disseminated to parents on October 30, 2019. Resolution No. 19-267 moved by Kathy McDonald seconded by Susan Benjamin Resolved, that the Response to Trustee K. McDonald’s written question at the October 22, 2019 Regular Meeting of the Board regarding the issue at McCrimmon Middle School, be received. .............. carried

26. Response to Trustee K. McDonald’s Written Question re Provision of Support to the McCrimmon Middle School Community Trustee McDonald stated that her reason for questioning which students at McCrimmon Middle School will be re-traumatized was to obtain clarity regarding advice provided to refrain from sending out letters or posting a message on social media about the incident for fear of re-traumatizing students. She indicated that the response does not clarify the Special Education department’s advice on this matter. Associate Director of Instructional and Equity Support Services, Poleen Grewal, stated that the administration has learned that when communities are traumatized, the hurt and harm felt needs to be acknowledged, and she indicated that the Board’s statement acknowledges the continuous need for improvement when addressing incidents of marginalization and anti-oppression. Resolution No. 19-268 moved by Kathy McDonald seconded by David Green Resolved, that the Response to Trustee K. McDonald’s written question at the October 22, 2019 Regular Meeting of the Board regarding provision of support to the McCrimmon Middle School community, be received. .............. carried


27. Reports from Trustee Representatives on Councils/Associations Trustee Green reported on the recent meeting he attended of the Ontario Public School Boards’ Association (OPSBA) Board of Directors. Stating that OPSBA has released the results of a recent survey conducted across the province, he provided information including: 90% of Ontarians agree that investing in public education is more important than eliminating the deficit; nine out of ten support creating opportunities to expand the skilled trades program, and creating additional pathways for students; two-thirds are opposed to having larger average class sizes; 82% supported funding for special needs students; 72% favoured a budget that reflects the local needs. He reported on his delegations about the need for stable funding for students across the province, indigenous curriculum, supporting the whole child, and supports for marginalized youth. Trustee Green indicated that he discussed matters pertaining to inadequate funding for autism, and need for the government to consider the population growth of larger urban school boards when reviewing Board application requests for building new schools.

28. Comments or Questions from Board Members Student Trustee Arora expressed sadness and concern about comments made at recent Board meetings, and she spoke of trust challenges within society. She noted, however, that this is not specific to the Peel DSB and is more of a societal issue. Trustee Arora reported that Peel Children’s Centre is an organization that operates 24/7 to provide crises support services, and she invited students who are in need to consider accessing the resources available at this organization. Trustee McDonald asked whether the concept of having naturalized playgrounds in Peel can be explored, and the cost to transform an existing playground to support experiential learning. Superintendent of Social/Emotional Learning and Early Years, Joy Uniac, stated that the development of outdoor learning spaces for Kindergarten children is well underway and she provided detailed information on the initiative. She noted that by the end of Phase 2 of the program, there will be about 65 schools in Peel with outdoor learning environments. Trustee McDonald asked whether the Board has a policy in regards to play fighting, and the discipline for children who engage in this behaviour. Superintendent of School Support Services, Mark Haarmann, responded that this type of play is discouraged, as it most often leads to real fighting. He stated that play fighting behaviour in not supported and would be dealt with through counselling. Earlier in the meeting, Trustee McDonald read out a letter from the Mayor of Brampton to the Chair of the Board, which spoke about a diversity and inclusion audit, and asked that the Board invest resources and commit to implementing a similar Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI) community approved audit and implementation plan, following community lead consultation and engagement. Trustee McDonald commented that she attended a Pop-Up Art show at Jean Augustine Secondary School, and expressed appreciation for the creativity of the students. She also spoke about the We Rise Together Parent Advisory Group meeting, and the City of Brampton celebration, and presentation of keys to Bill Davies. Trustee McDonald commented on the presentation by students of Fletcher’s Meadow Secondary School, depicting the story about discrimination, and the impact of hurtful words and actions, and highlighted the importance for reflection on the current situation. She spoke about feelings of demoralization resulting from the inclusion of the pejorative names of schools in the Integrity Commissioner’s report. She stated her opinion that the message conveyed by the Board in accepting the report needs to be examined.


28. Comments or Questions from Board Members (Continued) Trustee McDonald asked how Chair Cameron saw the Board moving forward, and how the Board intended to continue with the We Rise Together Action Plan when, in her opinion, trust is lacking within the Black community. Trustee Dakroub echoed the sentiments expressed earlier about the Board reflecting on actions that impact the community. She shared her perspective on the situation at the Board over the last few months as a symptom of a larger problem of systemic practices that, in her opinion, were put in place to keep order and the status quo, and which come in the form of policies, operating procedures, and by-laws. Thanking the Minister of Education for creating the review process and appointment of reviewers, Trustee Dakroub highlighted the need to address issues right away, and she stated her commitment to work collaboratively to review the policies, practices and by-laws, and to provide safe places for issues to be addressed. Vice-Chair Lawton spoke about the hurtful and discriminatory words expressed around the Board table, and highlighted the intense focus on Trustee Davies’ use of the word “mccrimonal.” Referring to the audio of the previous Board meeting, she highlighted how easily mistakes can be made when speaking. She spoke about the important duties and responsibilities of trustees and expressed the need to build and sustain strong working relationships, and not permit personal issues to stand in the way of doing the work that should be centred on students. She noted that the Board has let down the Director’s Office, staff, students and the community, and she apologized for this. Trustee Lawton expressed her commitment to doing better in the new year. Trustee Balbir Sohi spoke about bullying prevention and awareness week across the Board, and the discussion on restorative strategies and actions to stop hate. She expressed concerns in regard to how the Board will address the impact of the “mccrimonal” issue, to restore the relationship with the black community, and move forward with trust and respect. Trustee Sohi expressed the hope that the Board will accept responsibility and agree to move forward in a spirit of collaboration, always keeping the focus on student success. Trustee Benjamin reported on the Annual General Meeting of the Interfaith Council of Peel. She spoke about leaders of different faiths sharing concerns about trends which are becoming increasingly negative, divisive and aggressive, and how the keynote speaker offered strategies to confront negativism with positive behavior. Trustee Green spoke about his absence when the report of the Integrity Commissioner was received at the Board. He commented on the hurt experienced by the community, and the need for accountability, and action in a collective and collaborative manner. He requested Board members to work together, think and speak positively about one another, and to build tangible working relationships. Trustee Green spoke about the systemic racism review conducted at the Peel Police Services Board, and he requested the Director of Education to explore and bring back a report on the financial impact of conducting a similar review in Peel. Trustee Dakroub expressed appreciation for the comments made earlier about trustees working collaboratively, and requested Board members to refrain from, in her opinion, vilifying Trustee McDonald, and painting her as an angry person for bringing forward community concerns. She asked members to think about words before speaking them.


29. Public Question Period Kumar queried a trustee’s remarks made at the last Board meeting about the discrimination she has faced as a South Asian woman, and he expressed the opinion that this was not more problematic and traumatic than the discrimination faced by Black individuals. He stated that the South Asian trustee who received the report does not represent the South Asian view against anti-Black racism. The Chair responded. Kumar asked about Board expense on Human Rights and other Legal cases. The administration responded. Meredith Johnson stated her understanding that identifying children from primary and middle school is not allowed in a public forum, and she queried the Integrity Commissioner’s report which provided demographic statistical percentages of children attending McCrimmon Middle School. She wanted to know the source of those statistics. The Chair responded. Ashoak requested the Board to vote to remove the Integrity Commissioner from her position because, in his opinion, she made a racist remark. The Chair and Director of Education responded. Ashoak asked the Chair of the Board if he thought that the Integrity Commissioner’s report is racist. The Chair responded. Sherine Ankle spoke about the duties and responsibilities of trustees to their communities. She accused the Vice-Chair and other members of the Board of a disregard for the families that showed up to speak up about what took place in the community. She accused other individuals at the meeting of disengagement while community members spoke. Sherine Ankle spoke against the Board’s by-laws, which, in her opinion, are written to protect the Board and not parents, and she suggested revisiting them. Sherine Ankle asked whether the Board is hiring more black teachers. The administration responded. Sherine Ankle spoke about streaming, and suggested that streaming is ineffective to the black community and children. Royda Abdul Samid commented that the Board has initiated many programs around equity, diversity, inclusion, and the We Rise Together action plan. She indicated that this incident tests the Board’s commitment to those initiatives, and that the community would like to see the Board’s response regarding accountability.

30. Adoption of the In Committee Report Resolution No. 19-269 moved by Sue Lawton seconded by Will Davies Resolved, that the report of the In Committee Session regarding: Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board (In Committee – Part A), held October 22, 2019; Minutes of the Physical Planning and Building Committee Meeting (In Committee), held November 5, 2019; Recommendations of the Physical Planning and Building Committee (In Committee), November 5, 2019; Negotiations Update (oral); Working Fund Reserve Transfers for the 2018-2019 Year End; French Teacher Staffing; Increase in Teaching Assistant Allocation 2019-2020; Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board (In Committee – Part B), held October 22, 2019; Minutes of the Human Resources and Negotiations Advisory Committee (In Committee) Meeting, October 23, 2019; Recommendations of the Human Resources and Negotiations Advisory Committee (In Committee), October 23, 2019; Recommendations of the Audit Committee (In Committee), November 15, 2019; Resignations; Retirements;


30. Adoption of the In Committee Report (Continued) Elementary Principal Appointments and Assignments; Elementary Vice-Principal Appointments and Assignments; Secondary Principal Assignments; Secondary Vice-Principal Appointments, and Question Period, be received, and that the recommendations contained therein, be approved. .............. carried

31. Adjournment Resolution No. 19-270 moved by Susan Benjamin seconded by Robert Crocker Resolved, that the meeting adjourn (22:55 hours). .............. carried ..................................................... Chair ............................…................... Secretary


RESOLUTIONS APPROVED IN IN COMMITTEE SESSION – NOVEMBER 26, 2019

Members present: Member present electronically:

Stan Cameron, Chair Sue Lawton, Vice-Chair Susan Benjamin Robert Crocker Nokha Dakroub Will Davies David Green Brad MacDonald Kathy McDonald Balbir Sohi

John Marchant

Member absent: (apologies received)

Carrie Andrews Student Trustees:

Kenisha Arora, Student Trustee South Prabhleen Nar, Student Trustee North

Part A 1. Approval of Agenda

That, the agenda be approved.

2. Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board (In Committee – Part A), October 22, 2019 That, the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board (In Committee – Part A), held October 22, 2019, be approved.

3. Minutes of the Physical Planning and Building Committee (In Committee), November 5, 2019 That, the Minutes of the Physical Planning and Building Committee (In Committee), held November 5, 2019, be received.


4. Recommendations of the Physical Planning and Building Committee (In Committee), November 5, 2019 That, the information about the Physical Planning and Building Committee’s (In Committee) receipt of the following items, be received:

1. Reports / Information Received

Report on Tenders: Glenforest Secondary School Addition and Renovation; Tender Activity Report for September 19, 2019 to October 22, 2019; Vandalism Report for May 2019.

6. Negotiations Update

That, the oral update report re Negotiations, be received. 7. Working Fund Reserve Transfers for 2018-2019 Year End

That, the report re Working Fund Reserve Transfers for the 2018-2019 Year End, be received.

8. French Teacher Staffing Update

That, the update report re French Teacher Staffing, be received.

9. Increase in Teaching Assistant Allocation 2019-2020

That, the update report re Increase in Teaching Assistant Allocation 2019-2020, be received.

Part B (Not including Student Trustees)

1. Approval of Agenda That, the agenda, as amended, be approved.

2. Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board (In Committee – Part B), October 22, 2019

That, the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board (In Committee – Part B), held October 22, 2019, be approved.


3. Minutes of the Human Resources and Negotiations Advisory Committee (In Committee) Meeting, October 23, 2019 That, the Minutes of the Human Resources and Negotiations Advisory Committee (In Committee) Meeting, October 23, 2019, be received.

4. Recommendations of the Human Resources and Negotiations Advisory Committee (In

Committee), October 23, 2019

That, the following recommendation arising from the meeting of the Human Resources and Negotiations Advisory Committee, held October 23, 2019, be approved: 1. Negotiations 2019 That, the attached Board Proposals form the basis of the Board’s local position for the 2019 round of negotiations. (Appendix I, as attached to the Minutes) 2. Reports / Information Received

Workplace Violence Operating Procedure; Fill Rate and Recruitment Update; Grievance and Arbitration Update.

5. Recommendations of the Audit Committee (In Committee), November 15, 2019

Moved by Susan Benjamin, that the following recommendation arising from the meeting of the Audit Committee, held November 15, 2019, be approved: 1. Annual Report to the Board of Trustees for 2018-2019 The Audit Committee approved its Annual Report to the Board of Trustees for 2018-2019, which is submitted to the Board for receipt. (Appendix I, as attached to the Minutes) 2. Reports / Information Received

Year-end Communication (BDO Canada LLP); Regional Internal Audit Team – Abilities, Attendance and Wellness Report; Regional Internal Audit Team – Records Management Report (KPMG).

6. Resignations That, the report of resignations of staff, be received.

7. Retirements That, the report of retirements of staff, be received.


9. Elementary Principal Appointments and Assignments That, at the following elementary principal appointments, effective November 27, 2019, be received:

Harpreet Hassanwalia from Acting Principal at Forest Avenue Public School to Principal at Forest Avenue Public School Mason Vandermeersch from Acting Principal at Thornwood Public School to Principal at Thornwood Public School

That, the following elementary principal appointments, effective January 1, 2020, be received:

Derek Ambrose from Vice-Principal at Aylesbury Public School to Principal at Hanover Public School

That, the following elementary principal assignments, effective January 1, 2020, be received:

Kervin White from Principal at Royal Orchard Middle School to Principal at Brandon Gate Public School Christine Majeau from Principal at The Valleys Senior Public School to Principal at Queen Elizabeth Senior Public School Laren Emms from Principal at Hanover Public School to Principal at Royal Orchard Middle School Jeremy Taylor from Principal at Alloa Public School to Principal at Allan Drive Middle School Felicia Hiscock from Principal at Allan Drive Middle School to Principal at Alloa Public School

That, the following elementary principal assignments, effective March 23, 2020, be received:

Terri-Lynn Noble from Principal at Cashmere Avenue Public School to Principal at Chris Hadfield Public School Stephen Webb from Principal at Chris Hadfield Public School to Principal at Cashmere Avenue Public School


10. Elementary Vice-Principal Appointments and Assignments That, the following elementary vice-principal appointments, effective November 27, 2019, be received:

Samantha Williams from Acting Vice-Principal at Carberry Public School to Vice-Principal at Carberry Public School Donna Bhamra from Acting .5 Vice-Principal at Larkspur Public School and Acting .5 Vice-Principal at Mount Royal Public School to .5 Vice-Principal at Larkspur Public School and .5 Vice-Principal at Mount Royal Public School Nicholas Berardi from Acting Vice-Principal at Tomken Road Middle School to Vice-Principal at Tomken Road Middle School Zohrin Mawji from Acting Vice-Principal at Pte. Buckham Singh Public School to Vice-Principal at Pte. Buckham Singh Public School Suzanne Winters from Acting Vice-Principal at Corsair Public School to Vice-Principal at Corsair Public School Melissa Hietikko from Acting Vice-Principal at Levi Creek Public School to Vice-Principal at Levi Creek Public School

That, the following elementary vice-principal assignments, effective January 1, 2020, be received:

Heather Thomas from .5 Vice-Principal at Alloa Public School and .5 Vice-Principal at Eastbourne Drive Public School to Vice-Principal at Russell D. Barber Public School Daryl Sidial from Vice-Principal at Thomas Street Middle School to Vice-Principal at Aylesbury Public School Tracy Tait from Vice-Principal at Camilla Road Senior Public School to Vice-Principal at Ruth Thompson Middle School Stephen Wickett from Vice-Principal at Red Willow Public School to Vice-Principal at Robert H. Lagerquist Senior Public School Lucia Rosatone from Vice-Principal at Ruth Thompson Middle School to Vice-Principal at Camilla Road Senior Public School Ryan Farrell from Vice-Principal at Springdale Public School to .5 Vice-Principal at McBride Avenue Public School and .5 Vice-Principal at The Woodlands School


11. Secondary Principal Assignments That, the following secondary principal assignments, effective January 31, 2020, be received:

Alison Irvine from Principal at Lincoln M. Alexander Secondary School to Principal at Meadowvale Secondary School Lois Agard from Principal at York Region District School Board to Principal at Lincoln M. Alexander Secondary School

12. Secondary Vice-Principal Appointments

That, the following secondary vice-principal appointment, effective November 27, 2019, be received:

Omar Zia from Acting Vice-Principal at Streetsville Secondary School to Vice-Principal at Streetsville Secondary School

That, the following secondary vice-principal appointment, effective January 1, 2020, be received:

Barbara Gordon from Teacher at Chinguacousy Secondary School to Vice-Principal at Cawthra Park Secondary School

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